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We stayed at this hotel one night during the week for a quick stop by lochness on our first trip to scotland room was fine it did the job we didnt watch tv however our uncle did an he had to be moved two times because the tvs didnt work, an older type hotel dinner at the hotel was lovely couldnt complain, complementary breakfast was ok too its free so wasnt expecting much! Free wifi too an the hotel staff were very friendly an accommodating.

Stayed: October 2013, traveled as a couple

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Stay done night at this hotel located just up the road from Loch Ness. The room was nice and cozy, but had a bit of cracked plaster and worn carpet. The bed and sheets were very comfortable. However, there was no heater in the bathroom so it was absolutely freezing! Not pleasant. Lighting a bit dim. On plus side, the hotel restaurant is really rather excellent, with great service. Dinner was really great, while breakfast was merely good.

Stayed: October 2013, traveled solo

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We stayed at the Drumnadrochit Hotel for two nights (Thurs & Fri) – how I wished we’d have only booked for one!!

On arrival all was ok. We were checked in by a friendly receptionist (even if reception itself looked a bit tired and in need of a spruce up) and were allocated our room (number 10 overlooking the car park and main road) on the second floor. The room was fine, a nice size with seating and a double bed, and the bathroom was a good size also – although this was in need of updating as was a bit of a throw-back to the ‘70’s.

We ate in the restaurant on the first evening (Thurs), and we were reserved a window table by a member of staff from the first floor bar. The food was fine, if a little cold, and the ‘Manager’ was friendly and chatty – although it should be noted that no-one, Manager or waitress, asked if everything was ok with our meals.

Breakfast the next morning was ok at best. As there is a menu to choose from, this gave the impression that it was perhaps to be cooked to order, however this is not the case. My partner and I both had a cooked breakfast, one with fried egg (warm), one with scrambled egg (fridge cold!). Again, no-one had asked if everything was ok with the food – a common courtesy I would expect in all places servicing food.

The came Friday evening………

We returned from eating out in the village to find that there was 50th birthday party being held (for a local lady we later realised) in the function room on the first floor – directly underneath our bedroom! Not a problem, if the party had been courteous to the paying guests within the hotel.

However, we could not actually reach our room as there were adults, children and plates of buffet food strewn along the corridor and up the staircase – we later found out there were 120 guests (including the hotel staff) attending the party.

The music was so loud, and being above the function room (and the gent’s toilets!) it was like we were inadvertently attending the party ourselves. I made a call to Reception at 11.00pm to ask what time the music would be playing until. On the second call attempt the ‘Manager’ finally answered to telephone and said ‘oh, I think it’s probably about 12 midnight’. In the meantime we were treated to an array of disco classics, along with the foul language, shouting and talk of fighting coming from the car park.

At 12.20am I again called Reception (answered first time) to which the ‘Manger’ said the DJ was just finishing the last couple of songs – and sounded like he was taking my call from the party (how true this turned out to be!).

At 1.15am – and at the end of my tether – I again called Reception. This however proved more difficult, as obviously more alcohol had been consumed, and the music was still as loud as ever. After several attempts, I was able to voice my displeasure, and had tried to get an answer to why on earth we were placed in Room 10, given that this part was taking place. The ‘Manager’ offered to refund the price paid for our visit and told me to speak to him at breakfast. Later that night we were also woken by fighting in rooms above us, more music, and shouting from both sexes.

Breakfast runs in this hotel from 8.00am until 9.30am, this is explained on arrival, and is in the literature in the room. At 9.10am when we went downstairs to the restaurant, we found this to be locked, in darkness, with a queue of displeased hotel guests waiting in the carpark surrounded by broken glass.

A room cleaner appeared sometime later saying that the ‘Manager’ would be along shortly. He appeared bleary eyed, reeking of alcohol, and had his trouser flies undone, looking sheepish and offering no real reason why all the hotel staff were not working that morning. He explained that he was the only member of staff with keys – but there seemed to be an absence of a chef, waitresses etc waiting to start their shift. It became apparent that the majority of hotel staff attended the private function.

I cannot believe that the hotel owner lets this gent run his business – bearing in mind it is situated by a tourist attraction, is probably very busy most of the time, and gets an enormous amount of passing trade from the Loch Ness Exhibition next door. That is why I have used the word ‘Manager’ very loosely to describe this person, as he does not seem to be able to control his own actions, let alone that of his staff.

We were refunded the complete amount for our stay – and could honestly have not been more pleased to leave!!

Room Tip: Avoid Room 10 - in fact avoid this hotel altogether!

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Stayed: September 2013, traveled as a couple

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F C, Owner at Drumnadrochit Hotel, responded to this reviewResponded October 8, 2013

Thank you for taking time to review our hotel, so glad your first night stay was pleasant, in regards to the second I confirm there was a private hire function for one of the locals, and a mistake was made with your room selection, we have other rooms within the grounds of the hotel which would have been more suitable, we tried our best to maintain a level of order although one individual who was intoxicated was forcibly removed from the building.

We have learned that private functions whilst the majority go to plan we cannot guarantee people's behaviour every time and have taken the decision not to accommodate this type of business in the future.

In regards to your other comments we dispute to being incorrect and hope your 100% refund and compensation (40%) went some way to recompense you for the second night.

You are correct we are a very busy hotel and have many thousands of people through our doorsWho are satisfied with our friendly and accommodating hotel on lochness.

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Was bought a voucher to visit the area and presumed walking distance to the Loch Ness but not so however beautiful walks and a boat trip only 5 mins away made is a lovely first visit to the area. Walks around 'Drum' lovely also.

Stayed: September 2013

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I can't beleive our travel agent even booked us into this place. In the middle or nowhere, no views. Over 2 months traveling we stayed in 40 hotels& B&B mostly which had been good until this shocker.We arrived to a room with Wooden bunk beds , no working lights in the bathroom of any soaps, shampoos etc. Not inclined to stay in the room & no Wi Fi we went to dinner at the restaurant the staff were completely disinterested & the food average. We asked at the Desk , (that is if you could find someone at the desk) for the soap to be filled up but told they had run out. Next morning we were covered in big red itchy bites, and they weren't mosquito bites ??? At breakfast we asked for a Bacon Butty and were given 2 bits if cold bread ,no butter with a piece of cold greasy bacon, again the breakfast staff were cold & just didn't want to be there serving guests, they would much rather talk amongst themselves . If you asked for service they gave you a look " how dare you interupt them

Stayed: July 2013, traveled with family

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Thought we'd try for a wee bit luxury on our second last night as we were walking the Great Glen Way. Been to Drumnadrochit beforeand stayed in an excellent B&B, (Tramps) but thought we'll go for a place with everything on site, restaurant, bar etc. Cost £20 more than the B&B so thought we would be getting a really nice place. Not quite sure whats happening to the place. Entire place is decorated in black and brown, TV had only 6 channels, only one of which we recognised, which was a shame as we wanted up to date weather forecasts for the walk and the last B&B we stayed in had Sky TV. Room was clean enough but walls were paper thin. Could hear the person in the next room snoring while we were watching the TV looking for a news program, heard people closing their curtains. Looked at other places first where we'd eaten before but they were closed. eturned to Hotel and went looking for food and went to the room advertised as the restaurant and bar. It was set up but totaly empty, no customers or staff. wanmdered downstairs to a cafe section which should have been closed but, had customers and staff. Apparently they are changing them round. Asked for a pint of Best, ran out! Had lager. Food, excellent quality, very tasty but very expensive for what we had. Breakfast, OK. One thing, the staff were excellent, reception, waiting staff were very good and, doing their very best in the circumstances. A credit to the place, Afraid we won't be back though.

Stayed: September 2013, traveled with family

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Disturbed all 3 nights that we stayed here by what can only be described as constant running water that could also be heard in the corridor of the hotel. Walls that thin that you could heard other conversations going on. TV very poor. Breakfast was not that great and no porridge available. The only plus was the Free WiFi.

Stayed: September 2013, traveled with friends

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Housed within the world-famous Loch Ness Exhibition Centre, this family-run hotel is ideally located for touring the Highlands and offers peaceful surroundings, cosy accommodation and free Wi-Fi and on-site parking.A warm, friendly welcome awaits all guests and the Hotel is committed to providing efficient, attentive service with all the hallmarks of true Highland hospitality. As part of the Exhibition Centre, the Hotel also benefits from a variety of shops (including the Nessie Shop and the Whisky Shop) and can even offer cruises on Loch Ness during the Summer months.The Hotel offers 29 en-suite rooms, each of which is effortlessly comfortable and impeccably maintained. All rooms come fully equipped with a wide range of modern facilities and conveniences including free Wi-Fi access, flat-screen TV with Sky channels, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. There is a choice of Single, Twin, Double and Family Rooms as well as inviting Superior Rooms.The Loch Ness Bistro offers hearty home-cooked cuisine made from the finest locally sourced produce and ingredients. Diners can expect to enjoy comfortable surroundings set against some spectacular views of the village of Drumnadrochit, the hills and the Great Glen beyond. The Loch Ness Cafe serves a variety of hot and cold drinks as well as snacks and light lunches. They can also arrange special packed lunches, perfect for a delicious loch-side picnic whilst enjoying a day of sightseeing. For those seeking further relaxation the Hotel offers a selection of lifestyle enhancing massage treatments. Business delegates are sure to appreciate the excellent conference and meeting facilities, flexible and well-equipped they can cater to a wide variety of different events.The Hotel is located in the Highland village of Drumnadrochit on the west shore of Loch Ness and offers ample on-site parking for all guests. It is situated just off the A82 and is approximately a twenty minute drive from Inverness which offers excellent rail links to all major destinations across the UK. For those flying in, Inverness Airport is a 40 minute drive from the Hotel.The Hotel is located in the heart of the Scottish Highlands next to the world famous Loch Ness. Whether enjoying a scenic stroll along the shore or a spot of monster hunting on the Loch itself, there is always some new adventure just waiting to be discovered. The Loch Ness Exhibition Centre offers a world-class insight into the Loch’s wider significance through a multimedia exhibition that takes visitors on a journey from the dawn of time to the third millennium. In the summer months it also provides intimate cruises across the Loch taking in the imposing ruins of Urquhart Castle and the unspoilt beauty of the Great Glen. A diverse selection of tour options are also provided by Jacobite Cruises, offering indoor and outdoor viewing, snacks, refreshments and a fully licensed bar....more less

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